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1208 Saint James St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA|Washington Square West
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- Laundry available on site
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Amenities for 1208 Saint James St, Washington Square West
Features
| 2 Floors | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Community
| Basement | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
Other
| Ductless | Exterior Type: Masonry |
| Hot Water Heating |
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About 1208 Saint James St
Property Status: Active Amazing opportunity to rent an amazingly charming home in the heart of Center City! This stunning 2 bed, 1.5 bath is a true gem. The first floor has an inviting living and dining area which flows into the renovated kitchen with dishwasher and gas stove! The back patio is perfect for dining alfresco and working outside. There is also a half bathroom on the main level. Upstairs you will find two spacious bedrooms. One can accomodate up to a king sized bed and attached den area which can be used as an office/dressing room. There is also a walk in closet in this room. The hallway has another closet and full bathroom. There is another nice sized bedroom with two closets. The basement has another living area which is perfect for another living area/office/workout room, storage and laundry! This home has the perfect blend of charm and renovation. This home is available starting as early as August 15th. Pets welcome on a case by case basis. Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Office Phone: (610) 613-1297 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1208 Saint James St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 485 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Address details
| Neighborhood | Washington Square West |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19107 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Washington Square West
2-bedroom apartments at 1208 Saint James St cost about 48% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Washington Square West
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,794 |
| July 2024 | $1,790 |
| August 2024 | $1,771 |
| September 2024 | $1,753 |
| October 2024 | $1,750 |
| November 2024 | $1,750 |
| December 2024 | $1,751 |
| January 2025 | $1,763 |
| February 2025 | $1,790 |
| March 2025 | $1,773 |
| April 2025 | $1,782 |
| May 2025 | $1,800 |
| June 2025 | $1,802 |
| July 2025 | $1,810 |
| August 2025 | $1,796 |
| September 2025 | $1,783 |
| October 2025 | $1,747 |
| November 2025 | $1,714 |
| December 2025 | $1,700 |
| January 2026 | $1,698 |
| February 2026 | $1,700 |
| March 2026 | $1,727 |
| April 2026 | $1,750 |
| May 2026 | $1,751 |
| June 2026 | $1,750 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,353 |
| July 2024 | $2,275 |
| August 2024 | $2,226 |
| September 2024 | $2,171 |
| October 2024 | $2,085 |
| November 2024 | $2,135 |
| December 2024 | $2,160 |
| January 2025 | $2,188 |
| February 2025 | $2,086 |
| March 2025 | $1,891 |
| April 2025 | $1,983 |
| May 2025 | $2,067 |
| June 2025 | $2,112 |
| July 2025 | $2,179 |
| August 2025 | $2,106 |
| September 2025 | $2,285 |
| October 2025 | $2,274 |
| November 2025 | $2,158 |
| December 2025 | $2,060 |
| January 2026 | $2,123 |
| February 2026 | $2,117 |
| March 2026 | $1,992 |
| April 2026 | $2,041 |
| May 2026 | $2,224 |
| June 2026 | $2,275 |
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Schools near 1208 Saint James St
Gen. George A. McCall School
325 s 7th st
philadelphia, PA, 19106
K-8Public
B+
Acelero Learning - Marshall Street Center
949 north marshall st
philadelphia, PA, 19123
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy
525 clinton st
camden, NJ, 8103
K-11Public
C
Mosaic Early Learning - KCNA Center
525 clinton st
camden, NJ, 8103
PKPublic
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Washington Square West | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 1208 Saint James St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1208 Saint James St, Philadelphia
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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